At Mates4Mates, we are here to support veterans, current-serving members, and the families that stand by their side.

We provide services.
From physical rehabilitation and psychology services, to skills and wellbeing programs, and social connection activities – our innovative and evidence-led services improve lives.

We rebuild lives.
We foster connections and build community through our Family Recovery Centres in North Queensland, South East Queensland, Tasmania, and outreach areas.

We collaborate.
We’re here to support veterans and meet their ever-changing needs. We work together with like-minded organisations to provide the right support. Together, we can reach more people.

We fundraise.
We can help thousands of veterans and their families, because of the generous support of our community and partners. Every donation enables us to do more.

Our services

Social connection activities

Regular opportunities for mateship and peer support through social and family activities.

Psychological services

Evidence-based therapies tailored to individuals, couples and family members in need of support.

Physical rehabilitation and wellbeing

Targeted programs to help with recovery from injury and improve health and wellbeing.

Skills for recovery programs

Innovative skills-based programs to improve resilience and quality of life.

Latest news

Consistency over intensity

Have you ever started something with motivation and excitement, only to drop off from your routine and lose motivation within a few weeks or months?

Staying cool in summer

As we move into the warmer months, our bodies will be working harder to regulate while exercising. When we exercise, our body temperature increases. There are a number of ways our body thermoregulates (tries to stay within certain body temperature boundaries to prevent overheating).